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Uppercute: The Mexican who risked everything to follow his dream

Uppercute main character and official game art.

How far would you go to pursue your dreams? Mexican programmer Martin Villareal found himself facing this dilemma: continue working on mobile and web programming, locked in a large office with only himself inside all day, or pursue what he always wanted and try to break into video game production. “I remember… being in front […]

‘Faro Tláhuac’ attracts dark souls at Mexico City’s gothic picnic

At the Gothic Picnic in the Faro de Tlahuac two models share a moment on the runway while showcasing gothic fashion. Tlahuac, Mexico City, May 17, 2025. Hans Leguízamo / MXPA

Vampires, witches, and non-binary souls gathered in Tlahuac, Mexico City, to celebrate World Goth Day on May 17. Organized by the Mexico City Ministry of Culture at the “Faro Tláhuac“, attendees enjoyed a selection of dark arts. Dance, live music, theater, poetry, bazaars with gothic paraphernalia, and plenty of platform boots invaded the Faro space. […]

Democrats Warn That Remittance Tax Would Worsen Migration and Harm Latin American Economies

Democrats Warn That Remittance Tax Would Worsen Migration and Harm Latin American Economies

The Hispanic Caucus of the U.S. Congress issued a strong warning against the Republican proposal to impose a 5% tax on remittances sent by immigrants from the United States, stating that the measure would be “discriminatory, economically harmful, and socially counterproductive.” In a letter addressed to House Speaker Mike Johnson, the 24 Latino lawmakers in […]

Mexican Government Sends Letter to the U.S. Opposing 5% Tax on Remittances

Sheinbaum reiterated her opposition to the potential measure, emphasizing that it would violate human rights and mutual agreements between Mexico and the United States. Photo: Courtesy Once Noticias

*Mexican Ministry of Foreign Relations says U.S. proposal violates agreements and is discriminatory. By Once Noticias. Mexican Press Agency. Mexico’s Minister of Foreign Relations Juan Ramón de la Fuente announced that a letter has been sent to the U.S. government to oppose the Republican bill to tax remittances. The Foreign Minister reported that both the […]